Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung WB1100F

Here is a thorough overview of the Canon SX420 IS versus Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and WB1100F (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was revealed 2 years later than the WB1100F and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX420 IS matches up against the WB1100F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX420 IS has got external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB1100F has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX420 IS versus the WB1100F.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and WB1100F is 80 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX420 IS and WB1100F.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon SX420 IS to render more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX420 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.